Tag Archives: Hip Hop

When he was just 15, Peat Lynch experimented with composing original raps among a group of friends. The Columbus, Ohio-based rapper would continue shaping that craft for several more years on his own, channeling numerous modern acts and tapping into lyric writing as a means of authentic self-expression. By 20, …

Speedyville Nardy is a hip hop artist from Los Angeles, California. Having marked late 2019 with two full-length mixtapes (ChiRaQian and Mail Season), and the early part of this year with the Petey Blanko collaboration March Madness, the up-and-coming rapper reaches a new milestone on his latest release, BraveHeart Musik. …

India based Indie Hip Hop band NO FLAG, led by bombastic rap artist Raoul Kerr (Bloodywood), has released the third and final single, “Raise No Flag,” off of their debut EP, The Guerrilla Games. The movement uses music videos to unite people for a cause, with the help of individuals and organizations that offer …

Tray Tray is an emerging artist from Chicago, Illinois. Debuting in the late 2010s, he established his presence in the local hip hop scene by showcasing numerous guest talents throughout his two full-length albums, 2018’s Born Legend, and its sequel, 2019’s Born Legend II. This year, Tray Tray steadily released …

Young Sovl is a multifaceted hip hop/R&B artist based in Broward County, Florida. Having sung in high school choirs, his passion for music continued through college as he delved into his studies of music and music business. After expanding his skillset to comprise piano and opera, he began linking producers …

Grizzy James is a California rapper and songwriter based in Long Beach. From a young age, he would spend his time reading children’s books, such as the Shel Silverstein classics “Where the Sidewalk Ends” and “A Light in the Attic.” At age 11, he developed an interest in poetry, and …

Since 2010, Tray Davis has been crafting and refining his own blend of pop-oriented hip hop. The Florida-born, California-based singer/songwriter and rapper would make his recording debut in 2017, with his acclaimed EP Urgent Care spawning three popular singles: “Bicoastal,” the Forgiato Blow-guested “Boatloads,” and “Divine Intuition.” Following its success, …

Frisky the Rapper’s musical journey was first catalyzed by his father — a Spanish-style guitarist and vocalist — and especially through the inspiration of acts ranging from Eminem to Red Hot Chili Peppers. In the 2010s, Frisky’s career ambitions seemed on the rise, until a chance showcase of a demo …

Wilber Leon is a singer/songwriter and rapper based in Kent, Washington. Having marked the late 2010s with three full-length albums under the mononym Wilber, he aims to bring the city’s often overlooked modern hip hop scene to greater recognition. Wilber’s latest release is 4 Package, a four-track EP that continues …

Alternative hip-hop is breaking the mold in 2020, and if you want to understand precisely what I mean, you should take a peek at the new music video for Sanya N’Kanta’s new single “I.C.E. at the Door,” currently out and trending online. Comprised of provocative animations that allude to an …

Phenomenal Rock is a hip hop artist from India. While the country’s scene has held a largely local identity in both the mainstream and underground for the past three decades, this rapper/singer stands out as having truly international potential. His self-produced debut single, “Phloating” exhibits a par of its own, …

Last week, Payton Moormeier released the music video to his latest single, “Habits.” A follow up to his first effort, “Love Letter,” the single’s video is already bolstered by over 710 thousand views, a testament to his ability to continue writing impactful, original music. The Georgia-born, North Carolina-raised singer/songwriter’s initial …